The Pearl

The Pearl

Kino is compared to an animal several times, especially towards the end of the novella. What is the author suggesting by these comparisons? What qualities are more human? What qualities are more realistic?

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This means that Kino was being driven by some instinct deep inside of him. He is aware that the trackers are after his family and his precious Pearl. Like an animal he is hyper-aware and ready to defend. Kino's obsession with his pearl brings out his baser insincts.There is a primal feeling protection that Kino has for his pearl.

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